Professional Documentation Specialist
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on May 16, 2024
Hiring Department
University Physicians-Plan Administration
Job Description
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Meet with and educate new clinicians as they onboard with University Physicians. Review documentation practices of existing clinicians for accuracy, compliance with applicable billing guidelines, and optimization of reimbursement. Provide widespread education on changing guidelines and other practices impacted by new legislation and/or guidelines. Attend Revenue Cycle meetings with Divisions to identify educational opportunities. Work with Professional Coding and Revenue supervisors to identify and address educational needs for clinicians. Maintains knowledge of current and developing issues and trends in medical coding and documentation. Maintains knowledge and expertise in electronic software tools (IDX, Cerner, Optum, etc.) Conducts audits of professional coders within UP. Conducts audits of clinicians dropping charge orders. Other duties as assigned, including special projects assigned by organizational leadership.
Shift
M- F 8 am – 5 pm
This position is eligible for University Physicians work from home program.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in business, healthcare, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
Three (3) years of experience in healthcare patient accounts or coding.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient (CDEO) certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Certification in one or more of the following is preferred: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H),), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CCP). Other coding and/or billing or compliance certifications by reputable certifying agencies (AAPC, AHIMA, and HCCA) are acceptable. Will need a copy of the certification
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range:$52,666 - $83,179 Annually
Grade: PAT-008
University Title: PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS
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Application Materials
In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
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